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Starting with not so good. Belfast Black Taxi ride. Way too political. Still a lot of hate between Protestant and Catholic (read pro England vs pro Ireland).
Would like to have had the boat ride on Loc Ness, instead of Loc
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St Andrew’s was excellent on Sunday. We walked on the course and got some great pictures.
Enjoyed the sheep herding and Biddy pub.
Glen D. | Traveled in May
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Highlights
Cong: Enjoy time as you wish to explore this delightful, quintessential Irish village, used as the location for 1952 film, 'The Quiet Man.' See the statue of the lead characters played by John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara, and the ruins of the Medieval Cong Abbey.
Belfast: Meet a true Belfast local on a panoramic tour where you’ll hear about the history of the city and learn why locals are proud of its progress and current prosperity. You’ll explore iconic sights like the Big Fish at Donegall Quay, the Titanic Quarter, and the famous Samson and Goliath cranes. Along the way, you’ll also visit Belfast City Hall and see murals in various locations that reflect the political sentiments of the local residents.
Glencoe: Drive through Glencoe, a Highland valley known for steep mountains, open moorland and clan history. Your Travel Director shares context on the area’s past as you follow the road through one of Scotland’s best-known landscapes, with views that show the scale and character of the Highlands.
St. Andrews: Spend time in St Andrews, a coastal university town shaped by old quadrangles, sea air and open links. Walk to the stretch of West Sands Beach where Chariots of Fire filmed its iconic scene, then look across the Old Course, regarded as the birthplace of modern golf.
Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Edinburgh: Visit Edinburgh Castle to view the Scottish Crown Jewels, Mons Meg and other artifacts.
Edinburgh: Visit Edinburgh Castle to view the Scottish Crown Jewels, Mons Meg and other artifacts.
Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center HotelMaldron Sandy Road, Galway HotelThe Abbey HotelAC by Marriott, Belfast HotelMaldron Hotel Glasgow CityThe Highlander HotelNovotel Edinburgh Park HotelCherry-picked hotels, all tried and trustedAll hotel tips, charges and local taxesOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
Meals
Breakfast (x10)LunchDinner (x2)Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)Ferry from Northern Ireland to Scotland
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
All porterage and restaurant gratuitiesMust-see sightseeing and surprise extrasAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingOptional Experiences and free time
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11 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
Starts
Ends
Dublin, Ireland
Edinburgh, Scotland
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Itinerary
Tick off all the travel highlights of Scotland and Ireland on your trip filled with tons of craic and special moments with friends, whether you’re hopping across the mythical stones of Giant’s Causeway or passing the lovely lochs, Highlands and castles of Scotland.
day 1Hello Dublin
Youre in for a lyrical love affair with Irelands whimsical capital, your launch pad to an enchanting encounter with the 'Emerald Isle' and Scotland. On arrival, transfer to your hotel, then spend the rest of the day exploring the citys effervescence on your own. This evening sees you visiting EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum, for some drinks and canapes. Resist the urge to retire early and head to the Temple Bar to soak up the craic in one of the many colorful pubs for which Dublin is justifiably famous.
Location Visited
Dublin
Accommodation
Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center
day 2Journey to Harborside Galway
day 3Admire Stunning Connemara
day 4Onwards to Donegal
day 5Venture to Derry/Londonderry and Belfast
day 6Discover Colorful Belfast
day 7Cross the Irish Sea to Glasgow
day 8Uncover Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands
day 9Continue to Elegant Edinburgh
day 10Explore Edinburgh
day 11Journey Home
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5.0 | Excellent
Saw so much and we could never have planned a trip like that on our own. Made some e great friends and would definitely recommend this experience to others.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
The trip was wonderful- accommodations were all very nice - enjoyed getting to know the culture through experiences and local folks!
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Great activities, well organized, great leaders and driver
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
The trip was well organized and the tour director was easy to understand. He kept the group moving around on time and he had a good attitude.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
Too fast. No detailed itinerary. Excursions in middle of day. If choose not to do, nothing to do in places like Althone. Not many stops along way on bus. Dont want to see Edinburgh from a bus seat. Hotel Abbey should be removed from list. Not a good hotel. Not enough time in places. Never saw Glascow even though stayed there. Little time in Dublin. Had to hurry back to meet director and then stayed at EPIC that night. No time to go out as had early morning.
Tour guide and bus driver great.
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